Ivan Hlinka

Ivan Hlinka

Known for: Acting
Biography: 1950-01-26
Deathday: 2004-08-16 (54 years old)

Biography

Ivan Hlinka (January 26, 1950 – August 16, 2004) was a Czech professional ice hockey player and coach. He is considered to be one of the most important figures in Czech ice hockey history. A big centre, his playing style was comparable to Phil Esposito, often scoring with shots from the slot. He played most of his career with HC Litvínov, and spent two seasons in the National Hockey League with the Vancouver Canucks. Internationally, Hlinka played for the Czechoslovakia men's national ice hockey team, and was inducted into the IIHF Hall of Fame in 2002. After retiring as a player, he coached two seasons with the Pittsburgh Penguins. His legacy includes the Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament for national under-18 hockey teams, and the Ivan Hlinka Stadion.

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Known For
Acting

Gender
Male

Birthday
1950-01-26

Deathday
2004-08-16 (54 years old)

Height
183-centimeter

Relationships
Liběna Hlinková (1998-01-01 - 2004-08-16)

Children
Ivan Hlinka

Father
Josef Hlinka

Relatives
Josef Ulrych

Citizenships
Czechoslovakia, Czech Republic

Awards
Czechoslovak Hockey League MVP, Czechoslovak Hockey League Assists Leader, Czech Medal of Merit

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